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Viet Nam News Bích Hường HÀ NỘI — Book boxes along the streets of Germany and the sight of people reading while on the subways in Belgium greatly impressed Vietnamese PhD student Nguyễn Tuấn Nam during his time in Europe. The 31-year-old explained he thought being able to take or leave books for free was a great way to share the love for reading When he returned to Việt Nam a few months ago, Nam said he was very happy and surprised to learn there was a similar project in his country. Nam, a co-founder of an education tech start-up company, met with members of the book sharing project ‘Sách Chuyền Tay’ (Books in the City) in Hà Nội. Their meetings led to Nam offering the project a space to open a free library or an office where people could gather, read, borrow or give books. Nam’s company Blacasa, which applies information technology to connect tutors with people who need tutors, was … [Read more...] about Sharing is caring in terms of books

Viet Nam News HÀ NỘI - 30 kilometres from downtown Hà Nội, Chương Mỹ was among the areas hardest hit by heavy downpours that began on July 21, leaving much of the district under water. Life may be hard because of the flooding, but hope arrives for the children of Chương Mỹ in the form of a boat, delivering books to youngsters to help cope with their sadness. “We want to bring the love of books to children, even if they are suffering because of serious floods,” said Phùng Xuân Trường, a librarian at Hallo World library. “Books can provide a valuable distraction and help children avoid dangerous situations that might arise while playing in the floodwater.” Hallo World library (Nhân Lý Village, Nam Phương Tiến Commune) started a trial operation in January and was officially licensed by the commune on March 16, Người Hà Nội (Hanoian) online … [Read more...] about Library fights flood to deliver books by boat

Private libraries, which have been established by individuals in rural areas over the past few years, are providing free access for local people and encouraging reading among children. The so-called “Mr. Dung’s Library” accommodates a foreign language and computer room, a reading room, an entertainment room. It also provides food and drinks. All are for free. Library owner Dang Khac Dung said "I was born and raised here, so I deeply understand what the kids need. I built this library so that it will become a destination for the kids. Here they can play, learn, and read books." The library sits on a 200-sqm-land, locating right at the commune’s centre, making it most convenient for the kids to come and read. Books, newspapers and magazines of all kinds are neatly arranged, letting children read and shelter themselves from the burning sunshine of the summer days. Tran Quang Anh, a reader said "I felt very happy when the library is open here. There are so many … [Read more...] about Free library inspires reading in rural area

Scene at the event (Photo: rcnk-vietnam.org) Hanoi (VNA) – The Russian Science and Culture Centre in Hanoi has announced Vietnamese readers can access online books of Russia-based Boris Yeltsin Presidential Library and e-book provider LitRes free of charge at the centre. The announcement was made at an event celebrating World Poetry Day (March 21), which took place in the capital city on March 23. Speaking at the event, Minister-Counsellor at the Russian Embassy Vadim Vladimirovich Bublicov thanked Vietnamese translators for their hard-working and professional performance, resulting in the publication of more than 30 classic Russian literary works in Vietnamese since 2012. Of the books, Pushkin's Fairy Tales, Ugryum River by Vyacheslav Shishkov, and poetry collections of S.A. Esenin, Anna Akhmatova and Marina Ivanovna Tsvetaeva were presented at the event. Russian books introduced to Vietnamese readers have contributed to strengthening the two nations’ culture – … [Read more...] about Vietnamese readers get free access to Boris Yeltsin Library

The information was released at a ceremony held by the Russian Science and Culture, under the Russian Embassy, in Hanoi on March 23, to introduce several Russian literary books. The books introduced at the event included ‘Fairy tales’ by great writer Puskin, the novel titled ‘Urgum River’ by writer V.YA.Shishkov; and a collection of poems by S.A. Esenin, A.A. Akhmatova, and M.I. Svetaeva. Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Counselor of the Russian Embassy in Vietnam Vadim Vladimirovich Bublikov emphasised that with the hard-work and professionalism of Vietnamese translators, over 30 classical Russian literary book titles have been translated into Vietnamese since 2012. The Russian literary works that have been introduced to Vietnamese readers have contributed to enhancing the links in culture and languages between the two peoples, he added. Director of Russian Science and Culture Centre Natalia Valerievna Shafinskaya said that the opening of free access to the … [Read more...] about Vietnamese readers have free access to Russian e-book funds

Located at a small alley on Le Thanh Nghi street, Hai Ba Trung district, Hanoi, the book store owned by Le Van Hop is piled with books of all genres at different prices. "I have collected books for a long time. I sell books as a way to meet other old book lovers," Le Van Hop, a book collector said. The 31-year-old man owns more than 20,000 books. Among the ocean of books, the oldest one is “An Nam history” published in 1906 in French. Hop added: "Finding a book after a long time of looking for it is exhilarating. Sometimes, I read until 2 or 3 am." Despite the digital era, old book fairs still exist, offering a good opportunity for book lovers to share their interests. Moreover, through which, knowledge of humankind is preserved forever. Nguyen Thanh Tung, an book fair goer said: " I had no free time when I joined the army. Now I want to look for good books to remind me of the past." "It’s money saving for us. In addition, we can get knowledge … [Read more...] about Old books retain strong value to readers

The European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) announced the publication of the 2018 White Book on Trade and Investment Issues and Recommendations on Thursday, in cooperation with the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI). According to the 2018 White Book, Vietnam is an attractive destination for foreign direct investment, thanks to a number of legislative changes such as reducing tariffs, easing licensing conditions for foreign workers, tax incentives for business expansion or removal of corporate taxes. The book also makes recommendations in terms of healthcare, agriculture, food and nutrition, consumer choice, sustainability and efficiency, as well as legal, tax and customs, from the addition of statutory representation to single member limited liability companies or the construction of a sustainable energy roadmap to attract new investments, to the enforcement of intellectual property rights. In its 10th edition, the book marks not only 30 years of European … [Read more...] about EuroCham White Book calls for market reforms

Apart from existing 16 stalls, other publishing houses also displayed publications. A space for New Year newspapers and calligraphy is also made available. Visitors will have a chance to receive free calligraphy writings. Proceeds from selling New Year newspapers will be given to school libraries and communal post stations in poor and remote areas. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Ngo Van Quy said the event is expected to start a series of activities in the Hanoi book street this year, contributing to making it closer to book lovers in the capital. Following the ceremony, the book “The Emperor” by Polish journalist Ryszard Kapuscinski debuted. Poem recitals, dialogues with painters and writers, folk games were also held. A number of stalls offered gifts, lucky draws and money to visitors. … [Read more...] about Spring Book Street opens in Hanoi

Book lovers in Hanoi can enjoy the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday by reading to their hearts content, with a book festival set to take place on Book Street on February 18-25.The event aims to encourage people to read during the seven-day holiday and build reading culture, according to Ngo Van Quy, vice chairman of the city People’s Committee.The street features 16 booths from different book companies and distributors, offering literature, children’s books, science, fiction, foreign books, electronic books and digital reading devices. The event provides interesting books with easy access for people with disabilities, children and the elderly. The area includes a small square where people can talk about books, as well as free WiFi and water, a reading space, a coffee area, flowers and souvenir stalls.Press agencies will display special publications released for Tet, with the editions focusing on some of the most significant issues of the year.In addition, other … [Read more...] about Book festival to welcome Lunar New Year

The Viet Nam Railway Corporation (VNR) will begin a pilot service offering free meals to passengers to mark the addition of six new trains on the North-South line on January 10. This is one of the new services introduced under the cooperative arrangement between VNR and the Southern Airports Services Joint Stock Company. Passengers will be provided a main dish and a side dish at certain times of the day. Main dishes include rice with pork, fish or eggs, fried rice, or fried noodles; each served with soup, fruit and drinks. Side dishes include steamed dumplings, sticky rice and drinks. The menu will change, featuring specialties from each province, and will cater to vegetarians. Each meal is packaged in accordance with airline standards, with a use-by date of just one day, and are heated before being served. Due to the length of train trips compared to air, meals will be larger. On the first day the new trains operate, passengers will be offered a 10% discount on tickets. The new … [Read more...] about Viet Nam Railway to pilot free meal service